Run for Immokalee 5K 2011

After reading the book "Take Your Best Shot: Do Something Bigger Than Yourself," by Austin Gutwein, Ashleigh, a sixth grader at First Baptist Academy, was so inspired by its message that she decided to organize a 5K race to collect shoes for underprivileged children in Immokalee.

All thanks to Ashleigh- look at the shoes to be donated to kids in Immokolee who need them. The quality and quantity was amazing. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Runners of all ages stretched out in preparation for the friendly 5k race. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

They're off- over 160 runners far more than expected participated, each providing at least one pair of good condition shoes for donation. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Ever the organizer with an eye for detail and accomplishment Ashleigh Baker stands draped in medals and ribbons about to be awarded to top runners. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

A good sized crowd of supporters awaits the first and last of the triumphant runners all of whom added to the event and its impact. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Abby Horne age 8 is all smiles after realizing a first place win in her category. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Donna Montgomery and son Lloyd await the start. They participated "enthusiastically and secured lots of donated shoes" for the Immokolee kids. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Larry Eaton, age 70 blew by the competition and not just in his age group. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Medals ready to be handed out to a total of 72 competitors based on age, boys/girls etc. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Racers and supporters relax after the run and enjoy donated refreshments in anticipation of the awards ceremony. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

"Coach V", pastor and Jinny Baker address the crowd just before the awards ceremony. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Keeping the facts and figures straight are Ashleigh's Aunt Shirley Peppers, left and Grandma Helen Baker, right. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Despite the crystal clear, cool weather just about everyone appreciated a cold water from Southwest Florida Vending. Perkins added muffins to the offering and Empire Bagel of Marco pleased the crowd with their donation too. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Sweet Bay provided lots of fresh fruit happily received by finishing runers. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Paul Horne handed an official final position card to each racer as they crossed the finish line. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Organizer Ashleigh Baker mixes with the crowd at her Run For Immokolee Event at Sunrise. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Ashleigh Baker shares a moment with her Dad Troy, a rightfully proud father. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Lori Kantner silhouetted here operated the stop watch and called out time to passing runners. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

The first group of runners streaks by at the complete of lap one. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.

Father John Pierce and daughter Kailee acted as pacesetters on their bicycle built for two. Photo by Gordon Campbell/Special to the Daily News.